1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
Model | 750 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 7456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |